2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 451 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 900 kg more than 1945 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1945 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6258 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 14 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |